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Marshall University Marshall Digital Scholar The Parthenon University Archives 8-7-2019 The Parthenon, August 7, 2019 Hanna Pennington Parthenon@marshall.edu Follow this and additional works at: https://mds.marshall.edu/parthenon Recommended Citation Pennington, Hanna, "The Parthenon, August 7, 2019" (2019). The Parthenon. 766. https://mds.marshall.edu/parthenon/766 This Newspaper is brought to you for free and open access by the University Archives at Marshall Digital Scholar. It has been accepted for inclusion in The Parthenon by an authorized administrator of Marshall Digital Scholar. For more information, please contact zhangj@marshall.edu, beachgr@marshall.edu.
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 7, 2019 | VOL. 122 NO. 90 | MARSHALL UNIVERSITY’S STUDENT NEWSPAPER | marshallparthenon.com | SINGLE COPY FREE
HERD FOOTBALL
kicks off season with Fan Day
WHAT’S
INSIDE HEATHER BARKER | EXECUTIVE EDITOR
RICHARD CRANK | THE PARTHENON
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LOOKING AT MU GRAD
CROWNED
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COMPASS SUMMER
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GORE,
ELMORE
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EDITORIAL: RED’S READS: MARSHALL
APPALACHIA PROGRAM SCHOOL FOR MASS MY DEAR ARTISTS
EXHIBIT MISS BLACK CONTINUE SHOOTINGS
TAKES OFF PARENTS HAMILTON SERIES
WVUSA CAREERS
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Crowdsourced “Looking at Appalachia” project on display at Drinko
By DOUGLAS HARDING
NEWS EDITOR
West Virginia and the Appalachian region in gen-
eral—its passionate people, colorful culture and
noble, honorable history— compose one of the most
misunderstood areas of all the United States and likely
the whole world.
Accordingly, many modern Appalachian artists are
attempting to provide an antidote for such misun-
derstandings through the powerful mediums of their
personal art.
Through December 15 this year, the traveling, crowd-
sourced art exhibition “Looking at Appalachia” will be
displayed at Marshall University’s Drinko Library, in-
spiring interested locals and curious passersby alike to
educate and immerse themselves into various firsthand
representations of the region’s colorful, complex identity.
“Already the exhibit has evoked interest and wonder
from students and community library users,” Monica
Brooks, associate vice president for libraries and on-
line learning at Marshall, said. “We are thrilled to
host ‘Looking at Appalachia’ and can’t wait to share
it with more visitors.”
The exhibit, directed by Roger May, a photogra-
pher and writer based in Charleston, features 64
photographs taken from 2015 to 2017 by 45 differ- PHOTO COURTESY OF LOOKING AT APPALACHIA
ent photographers in Appalachia. Artists from all over will showcase their work portraying a more diverse side of Appalachia in Drinko Library’s newest art exhibit.
Together, each of the individual photographs
comprises a more diverse, comprehensive, on- project are attempting to visually redefine Appalachia states include: Alabama, Georgia, Kentucky, Maryland, Mis-
the-ground account and representation of life to more accurately represent its diverse people and sissippi, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania,
in Appalachia, providing visual contrast to vari- unique culture. South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia and West Virginia.
ous stereotypes perpetuated by photographs from “It has now been more than half a century since “Looking at Appalachia” is currently accepting admis-
America’s—and Appalachia’s— famously declared the War on Poverty began,” May said. “In contrast to sions for its fifth consecutive year until midnight on
War on Poverty, initiated over 55 years ago, in 1964, the imagery that casts the region in an unfavorable Dec. 31. More information regarding submission speci-
by President Lyndon Johnson. light, and in an effort to establish a visual counter fications and requirements can be found on the ‘About’
The ‘Overview’ section of the Looking at Appalachia point, this project intends to provide a framework section of the “Looking at Appalachia” website.
website reads, “Many of the War on Poverty photo- for advancing the understanding of photographs May will participate in a public discussion and re-
graphs, whether intentional or not, became a visual made in Appalachia.” ception for “Looking at Appalachia” at 5 p.m. Thursday,
definition of Appalachia.” The project includes photos from counties in each of Sept. 19 in the atrium of Drinko Library.
May and the dozens of other Appalachian photog- the thirteen states comprising the region of Appalachia as Douglas Harding can be contacted at harding26@
raphers who participated in and helped to create the defined by the Appalachian Regional Commission. These marshall.edu.
Court favors Marshall in 2018 Title IX lawsuit
STAFF REPORT appealed in May 2016.
A lawsuit filed against Marshall University by a former student has been dismissed A no-contact order issued to Hardin remained in effect, and he was banned from
without trial by U.S. District Court for Southern West Virginia Judge Robert Chambers. campus through the remainder of his criminal trial, which ended in 2017.
Alicia Gonzales, who has recently come forward to reveal her identity, filed the Hardin, who was sentenced to three years of probation after the sexual as-
lawsuit in 2018. sault charge was lessened to misdemeanor battery, has since violated the terms
Gonzales claimed the Marshall University Board of Governors mishandled her Title of his probation in the form of four more charges of second-degree sexual as-
IX case, causing her to leave the university permanently. sault and will now spend one year in prison.
The case began in February 2016 when Gonzales accused former student Joseph Hardin also faces 10 to 25 years on each of the four new accounts of sexual assault
Chase Hardin of sexually assaulting her in her dorm room on campus. which involve two female Marshall students.
Hardin was originally expelled from the university after being found guilty of vi- Ginny Painter, Marshall’s senior vice president for communications, said the uni-
olating the Student Code of Rights and Responsibilities; however, the decision was versity is “satisfied with the Court’s decision.”
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Marshall graduate to compete for Miss Black USA title
By HANNA PENNINGTON
EXECUTIVE EDITOR
A Marshall University alumna recently crowned Miss Black West Virginia USA will
travel to Washington, D.C. next week to compete for the title of Miss Black USA.
Mercedez Speight, 24, originally from Miama, Florida, will represent the Mountain
State in the oldest scholarship pageant for women of color.
“I want to show West Virginia that it is okay to be whatever person that you want to
be, and even better, to accomplish your goals,” Speight said. “The world may spew hatred
around you, but you don’t have to be a reflection of that.”
Speight said she has spent a majority of her life traveling, and on that journey realized
childhood literacy was a common problem across the country.
“When I was younger, I began volunteering at my local library because I loved to read
and my friends and I would often trade or discuss books,” Speight said. “When I was
older and we moved to West Virginia, I started volunteering at my local library because I
wanted to do something that was fun for me during my summers.”
Speight said her love for reading growing up helped her realize how critical
childhood literacy is to society.
“I was able to understand how the separation between social classes actually begins
when children are young,” Speight said.
Speight said she hopes to use her platform as Miss Black WVUSA to spread aware-
ness of the issue and advocate for laws and plans of action.
“The one thing that has always bothered me is that a lot of people will voice their dis-
dain for current issues in our country but they will very seldom do their part in helping
PHOTO COURTESY OF MERCEDEZ SPEIGHT
Mercedes Speight, 24, said she hopes to use her newfound platform as Miss Black WVUSA to
spread awareness of the importance of education and childhood literacy.
those in need,” Speight said. “Accountability is responsibility.”
During college, Speight volunteered outside the realm of literacy through her
sorority, but said her passion for education never wavered; she spent multiple
semesters working at an adult learning center teaching English to new citizens.
“I frequently found myself in tears because of the hardships that my students expe-
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rienced as new citizens in our country, yet they still found time to come to my class,”
Speight said. “People will threaten others that they don’t understand and hold up signs
telling people to go back to their own country, but they don’t think about people like
my students, people like the single father raising two daughters on minimum wage, in
a country where he barely speaks the language trying to provide a better life for them.”
Speight said she also hopes to empower women, people of color and other
minorities to stand tall in the face of adversity.
I feel like, especially for women, we’re “It’s vital to me that I am able to create incredible op-
portunities, not only for myself, but for others’ voices
to be heard, because that is the only way to experience
taught from such a young age that we growth,” Speight said. “I feel like, especially for women,
we’re taught from such a young age that we need some-
need someone in order to survive. You one in order to survive. You don’t have to put up with any
terrible relationship, friendship or situation that makes
don’t have to put up with any terrible
you feel inadequate.”
The Miss Black USA pageant has awarded nearly
half a million dollars of scholarship money to black
relationship, friendship or situation that women to date.
Speight, who received a public relations degree from
makes you feel inadequate.”
Marshall and is currently enrolled at Liberty University
working toward a masters degree in higher education,
will compete for the title on Aug. 11.
--Mercedes Speight Hanna Pennington can be contacted at pen-
ningto131@marshall.edu.
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‘Compass’ program assists first responders coping with stress
By SARAH INGRAM million grant which has helped
CAMPUS EDITOR get the program running.
Taking care of the those on the front lines who fight Berner said the idea came
the opioid epidemic, natural disasters, death and other from a group of people getting
potentially traumatic events is the main concern for a together to decide how they
new wellness program developing in Huntington, ac- could improve the city.
cording to the program manager Amy Berner. After careful consideration,
“We want our first responders to be at their best at the committee came to a con-
all times,” Berner said. “We want to help them achieve sensus that the city has been
overall wellness.” working to make sure everyone
The goal of the new Compass program is to provide in the community receives care
first responders with access to tools that assist in all with recovery centers, shelters
aspects of wellness. and more, but there is not a set
Berner and her team are working toward creating place for first responders to re-
different activities to help first responders improve lax or get help.
their physical, emotional, mental and nutritional health “[The city] has so many pro-
to help prevent compassion fatigue. grams for substance abuse
“Not all first responders experience (compassion fa- disorder, for recovery; we have
tigue), but some of them do,” Berner said. “We want to Lily’s place,” Berner said. “We
help the ones that are experiencing that burnout, or just have so many great things
even periods of stress, (…) and give them tools to learn going on, and the only people
how to deal with burnout and (…) stress.” that weren’t receiving that
With events such as yoga, pottery, cooking classes kind of help at that point were
and more, Berner said she hopes that the end result first responders that were do-
will give first responders healthy ways to cope with the ing so much for people with PHOTO COURTESY OF COMPASS HUNTINGTON
everyday stress their jobs may provide. substance abuse disorder.”
Compass representatives met with First Lady Melania Trump to discuss the program
Additionally, with such a wide variety of available Berner said the program will
activities, she also said she hopes everyone will be not only be focused on helping
during her visit to Huntington on Monday, July 8, 2019.
able to find something they enjoy. those who deal with the opioid
Compass was developed after the city participated in epidemic, but all situations that may cause their men- These coaches will act as guides and confidants for
the Bloomberg Mayors Challenge and was one of nine dif- tal health to decline. first responders, working with both the police force
ferent winning cities. As a result, the project received a $1 “We hope that this model can be not just for the opioid and the fire department.
crisis, but for first responders who Berner said coaches are meant to be helpful in mak-
are experiencing compassion fatigue ing sure that first responders feel heard and always
after school shootings, after natural have someone to talk to.
disasters, after anything that would “[The wellness coach] could be a person that they would
cause a first responder to experi- trust and someone that they could talk to, someone that
ence compassion fatigue, burnout or they can rely on,” Berner said. “That would be their person
any of those things,” Berner said. that would be able to refer them to services in the commu-
Another part of Compass’s plan in- nity if they needed to talk to someone, if they needed to talk
volves creating a wellness center for to a counselor, if they needed to talk to a therapist. So that
first responders in local communities. mental health coordinator imbedded in the fire and police
The center would include exer- departments would really be their conduit to the commu-
cise areas and meditation rooms, as nity and to all kinds of resources that would be provided.”
well as desk spaces for necessary The final goal of Compass includes changing some of
paperwork and other activities. the force’s current policies.
Berner said the wellness center With some minor adjustments, including departments
would be separated into different ensuring first responders have time to use the center,
sections to promote overall well- Berner said Compass is hoping to change the overall
ness instead of simply focusing on mindset of the forces to create healthier workspaces.
mental health. Berner said she believes they can change policies to
She said she hopes the center be- better inform the community and the workplace of how
comes a place where first responders to stay mentally and physically healthy, which would
can go to relax on a regular basis. help lessen the possibility of compassion fatigue, or
PHOTO COURTESY OF COMPASS HUNTINGTON
First responders will also receive burnout, in the workplace.
wellness coaches who will encour-
Huntington was one of nine winners of the Bloomberg Mayors Challenge to receive age communication between those
a $1 million grant last year, which has helped to initiate the Compass program. in charge of the center, like Berner. see COMPASS on pg. 10
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Summer School for Parents explores local school improvement councils
“They are actually sup- don’t want parent input.”
posed to be the governing This was an issue echoed by many community mem-
bodies for every public el- bers participating in Monday’s training.
ementary, middle and high Michelle Wiese Norweck, a Cabell County Schools par-
school in West Virginia,” ent-teacher organization president with two children
Anderson said. who are students in local high schools and one who re-
LSICs are meant to be rep- cently graduated from Marshall, said becoming more
resentative of the concerns active to help improve public schools is immensely more
and desires of community complicated and challenging than it may initially seem.
members of all backgrounds “Unless you, as a parent, take the initiative to meet with
with children who are stu- your local district and county board members and de-
dents at a specific school and velop a relationship with them, you’re never really going
all other locals in some way to know what’s going on,” Norweck said. “It’s been get-
involved with the school or ting harder and harder on working parents. It’s not that
its students. parents don’t want to be involved, but unfortunately, they
“LSIC meetings are generally don’t have the time, the energy or the child care.”
supposed to be pub- Norweck said for concerned community members
lic,” Anderson said, “but and parents wishing to instigate change, the reality of-
that’s not something that ten seems to be that some counties and schools simply
is generally known.” are not receptive to public pressure.
Anderson said she be- “Sometimes it feels like the county doesn’t even care.
DOUGLAS HARDING | NEWS EDITOR
lieves local communities Some principals close the door to me not because they
are beginning to come think I’m a rebel rouser, but because they know I’ll
Jenny Anderson, director of Families Leading Change West Virginia, hosts Summer School together to organize and hold them accountable and hold their feet to the fire,”
for Parents in Marshall University’s Drinko Library on Monday, Aug. 5, 2019. wield the potential power she said. “It’s really difficult, as a parent, to be an ac-
of LSICs with hopes of tive part of your community and your school when the
By DOUGLAS HARDING initiating genuine positive changes in public schools county and schools are not receptive to you.”
NEWS EDITOR and their policies. Representative Evan Worrell (R- Cabell, 18), who has
A Summer School for Parents Training and Boot “I think this is the start of something big for edu- children both already graduated from and still attend-
Camp aimed at helping locals learn more about poli- cation,” she said. ing public schools in Huntington, said he first heard
cies, power and initiating change in public schools While the movement has gained considerable momen- about LSICs when they were debated during a recent
attracted parents of Cabell County students and other tum over recent weeks, many parents and concerned legislative session.
concerned community members to Marshall Univer- community members are still struggling to access Worrell said it is shockingly difficult to comprehend how
sity’s Drinko Library Monday evening. necessary information regarding policies and other speci- parents of students are reasonably meant to be aware of
The public training and discussion began with a scav- fications related to their abilities to become more involved currently-existing LSICs in their communities, despite that
enger hunt for participants highlighting the difficulties in improving local public schools. they were meant to be completely implemented years ago.
of finding essential and supposedly public files like “It is difficult to be knowl- “When I think
school calendars, outlines of various school policies, edgeable and educated on all about LSICs, I think a
boards of education meeting schedules, superinten- this stuff when it is all so dif- bottom-up approach
dent contact information and policies regarding local ficult to find,” Anderson said. is going to be more
school improvement councils, or LSICs. “I had to find all this informa-
“Years ago, when the federal government was doing tion for myself when I was “[LSICs] are actually supposed to powerful than trying
to go top-down,” Wor-
be the governing bodies for every
the No Child Left Behind plan, one of the things West first starting out. It was dif- rell said. “That’s why I
Virginia did was create these Local School Improvement ficult for me and took a lot of want to get involved.”
Councils, or LSICs,” Jenny Anderson, director of Fami- time, and I didn’t have a job. West Virginia’s
lies Leading Change West Virginia, said. “These councils How are people who do have
were put in place years ago, but they were never really jobs and want to know this public elementary, middle and high next state school
board meeting will
implemented how they were supposed to be.” stuff ever going to find it?” take place at 10:00
LSICs have been gaining significantly more public atten- Another community member
tion, especially on social media, as a result of being debated in attendance at the training,
school in West Virginia.” a.m. Wednesday,
Aug. 14, at Capi-
and included in recent state legislation, Anderson said. Anna Warren Lewis, said she
As outlined by current policy, each public school in the has made attempts to become
- Jenny Anderson tol Building 6 in
Charleston. The Ca-
state is supposed to have a functioning LSIC comprised more involved in and help im- bell County Board of
of twelve or thirteen individuals: a principle as ex officio, prove local schools, but what Education meets ev-
three elected parents of students, three elected teachers, she has subsequently discovered is less than comforting. ery other Tuesday, and its next meeting is set to occur
a bus driver, one other school personnel member, three “I know two local schools that told me outright they Tuesday, Aug. 20.
community or business partners for the school and, in don’t use their LSICs,” Lewis said. “They’re not even Douglas Harding can be contacted at harding26@
some cases, a student body representative. functioning. It’s almost like some counties and schools marshall.edu.
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Herd football prepares for 2019 season with weekend events
By SYDNEY SHELTON
CONTRIBUTOR
Marshall football kicked off its 2019 camp last week with Media Day on Saturday
and Fan Day on Sunday at the Joan C. Edwards Stadium.
“I am excited to get going,” head coach Doc Holliday said. “I know our kids are
looking forward to it, as well.”
Family, friends and supporters of the Herd had the opportunity to meet, have auto-
graphs signed and take photos with members of the team during Fan Day.
The Herd’s season officially begins at home against Virginia Military Institute on Aug.
31, followed by a road game on the blue turf at Boise State on Sept. 6.
Marshall faces Ohio University, who was voted to win the East division of the MAC in
preseason polls, on Sept. 14.
The Bearcats of Cincinnati, who were voted second in the AAC preason poll, will face
the Herd on Sept. 28.
Marshall football will hit the road once agan on Oct. 5 as they head to Murfrees-
boro, TN to face Middle Tennessee, afterward returning home to face Old Dominion
on Oct. 12.
The team will take on Florida Atlantic on Oct. 18 and will close out the month of
October against Western Kentucky at home on the 26.
Kicking off November on the road in Houston, Texas at Rice on Nov. 2, Marshall
will return home to play against Louisiana Tech on the Nov. 15. The Herd’s last
regular season road game will be against Charlotte on Nov. 23, before holding se-
nior night on the 30 against Florida International.
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Gore signs to play professional basketball in Spain
By SYDNEY SHELTON assists (319), free throws made (336) and seventh in three-point percentage (36.1%).
CONTRIBUTOR She scored 642 points in her senior season, which ranks fourth best in Herd history.
From West Virginia to Malaga, Spain, Marshall women’s basketball alumna Gore capped off her Marshall career in helping the team turn in an eight-win im-
Shayna Gore signed a contract to continue her basketball career overseas profes- provement from 2017-18 to 2018-19 and was named first team All-Conference USA.
sionally with Unicaja Baloncesto. Marshall accepted an invitation the WBI Postseason Tournament and defeated David-
“Basketball has always been special to me,” Gore said. “But I didn’t realize how special it son (67-64) in the first round before falling to Appalachian State in the second round.
was until I got here. It is something special to wear Marshall across your chest.” “I really want to thank Coach Kemper in all of this,” Gore said. “We didn’t always
The Logan, West Virginia native finished her time with the Herd as Marshall’s all- see eye-to-eye, but when we did it was dangerous. He has really been supportive
time leader in three-pointers made with 303, nearly doubling the second-place record. through this whole process. He has pushed me to be a better player and a better
In the top four single-season totals of made three’s, Gore sits in three of the ranks; one person. I think what he is doing for the program is really good.”
of these includes a team record of 96 in the 2018-2019 season. Gore’s new team is a member of Liga Femenina 2, the second division of Spanish Wom-
“The playing style has prepared me for this,” Gore said. “A lot of people don’t really see en’s Basketball. Unicaja Baloncesto is just going into its third year of existence, although
Conference USA for their talents, but there are some really good players.” the organization has had a men’s team since the late 1970’s. It took Unicaja just two sea-
Along with her accomplishments from the three-point line, Gore became the third sons to be promoted to Liga Femenina 2 as the squad finished second in 2017-18-- its first
player in program history to reach 2,000 points and is third all-time in team history with year on the court--and then first in 2018-19. The 2019-20 season tips off in October.
2,081. She also sits in second for all-time in field goals made (721), sixth in steals (194), Sydney Shelton can be contacted at shelton97@marshall.edu.
Marshall graduate Jon
Elmore holds the record for
all-time leader in points,
assists and made three-
pointers in Herd history.
Former Herd women’s basketball player Shayna Gore said her
time at Marsahll prepared her for playing professionally.
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Former men’s basketball player Elmore to continue career overseas
By SYDNEY SHELTON a Conference USA Championship during the 2017-2018 season, winning a first-round
CONTRIBUTOR tournament game in March Madness, and finally taking the 2019 CollegeInsider.com Post-
Former Marshall guard Jon Elmore signed with Pallacanestro Triste of Lega Basket season Tournament title over Green Bay.
Serie A in Triste, Italy. LBA is the highest level of basketball in Italy. After the Conference tournament, Head basketball Coach Dan D’antoni said of
“It is a dream come true,” Elmore said. “I get paid to wake up everyday and go do Elmore, “He has been a leader in the community, he is going to make a good citizen
what I love. I grew up at Marshall and I think it’s really prepared me for this next and his success in life is just starting.”
chapter in my journey.” Pallancestro is entering its second season in Serie A after capturing the Serie
Elmore is the all-time leader in points, assists and made three-pointers in both A2 title in the 2017-18 season to earn the promotion, ending a 14-year absence
Conference USA and program history. from Italy’s top league. It plays its home games in the Allianz Dome in Triste with
He averaged 20.3 points per game and had 187 assists to lead the Herd during a near-7,000 capacity. Triste is located in northeastern Italy along the Adriatic Sea
the 2018-19 season. and near the border of Slovenia.
Elmore has not only accomplished those individual records but also led the team to Sydney Shelton can be contacted at shelton97@marshall.edu.
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EDITORIAL
What will it take to end gun violence?
What will it take? There were two mass shootings in less than 24 hours this past week- cannot be a scapegoat to explain every case of gun violence. Evil people without mental
end, and one of them is in the top 10 deadliest in United States history. Gun violence is a illnesses exist, and they may not always need a reason to harm others. These weapons are
scary reality of our country, and we desperately need it to end. too easy for them to purchase, modify and use as a means to spread destruction, instead
There have been so many (too many) mass shootings this year alone in our country that of promoting safety and security as originally intended.
it is hard to keep track. Simply put, the American people are not safe. Especially people of The first step to fixing this crisis is having responsible gun owners speak up. This is not
color, as demonstrated by the El Paso shooting. A white supremacist drove more than 600 a political issue; the right and left cannot be divided over the murder of innocent people.
miles to a place with a high Hispanic population and opened fire on innocents, including If they are, then our country is ruined. We need action, not social media condolence posts
babies and children. or the constant media obsession with the methods and reasons of these killers. The more
It’s time to call it like it is. There are white supremacists among us, and they are a danger we focus on the killers themselves, the more we are spreading their messages of hate. We
to us all. They are fueled by hatred, and they are empowered by comments from our presi- need to love one another, and we need to protect each other.
dent and others in roles of leadership; they take these comments to the extreme, twisting What will it take, indeed? Gun reform, legislation, increased background checks, height-
them to fit their ideologies. This is certainly the case of the El Paso shooter, who wrote ened security…it seems none of these will happen until every person in our government
and published a white nationalist manifesto online the day of the massacre. Social media is directly affected by a deadly mass shooting. It seems they have all happened far enough
posts have emerged from this gunman showing the word “Trump” spelled out using guns, away from Washington to let them fade from lawmakers’ memories. They offer their
including military grade assault weapons. thoughts and their prayers until something more important to them comes along, and the
Public spaces no longer feel safe. And the “good guy with a gun” theory hasn’t helped us victims and the causes worth fighting for are once again forgotten.
yet, even in Texas, one of the most gun-friendly states. Brave police officers stepped in dur- We are not proposing any solutions or plans in this editorial. We are simply taking the
ing both shootings, yet they took the El Paso killer in alive and without harm. Can they say time to reflect, to get our thoughts out during this heartbreaking time. America has be-
the same for many people of color who are attacked every day by police, even when they come too numb to these shootings, especially those that have happened far enough away
haven’t just shot 10 people? Even when they are innocent? They are hardly ever taken in from us as well. Some of us dismiss them as easily as any other non-serious news story.
without harm or incident. It is this behavior and unfair treatment of people of color that But the surviving victims and the families of those who have not survived will never for-
could be dangerously heightened by white nationalists. get; their pain will never be numbed.
The mass shooting in Dayton, though not involving a white supremacist, is still just as Churches, schools, universities, shopping centers, nightclubs, concerts, newsrooms.
scary. There are many theories about mental health being involved, but mental illness Where else until something changes?
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HANNA PENNINGTON AMANDA LARCH THE PARTHENON’S CORRECTIONS POLICY
EXECUTIVE EDITOR MANAGING EDITOR “Factual errors appearing in The Parthenon should be reported to the
penningto131@marshall.edu larch15@marshall.edu editor immediately following publication. Corrections the editor deems
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RED’S READS: ‘My Dear Hamilton’
reading them, I eagerly anticipated Dray’s of this book. I’ve never read any of Kamoie’s
MANAGING EDITOR next novels. books, but that has to change now. I really
Most of the books I read are historical fic- Fortunately, she wrote more historical enjoyed reading history from Eliza’s point
tion novels, and most of them are based on fiction books, but unfortunately for me, of view. It’s not often that women of the
ancient history. That’s just what I’ve always they were not ancient history based. But Revolutionary era have their voices heard.
liked. A few years ago, I discovered a few I couldn’t not read her new books, even This book begins with Eliza’s childhood,
authors who write the type of historical fic- though I was disappointed in the time pe- and ends with her life after the infamous
tion I read regularly. One of those authors riod. She’s my favorite author, and I had to duel. It’s a nice reminder that women of
was Stephanie Dray. She wrote my all-time support her. Her most recent book is called history also existed outside the framework
favorite book, a trilogy called the “Lily of “My Dear Hamilton” and is about Alexander of the men who dominated their lives and
the Nile” series, and they’re about Cleopa- Hamilton’s wife, Eliza. often overshadowed them.
tra’s daughter (yes, the famed Cleopatra VII As well as not being a fan of reading Eliza had an impressive childhood, as she
was not actually the last of her lineage). novels from this era of history, I also still helped create peace treaties with Native
Cleopatra Selene is her name, and these haven’t hopped on the Hamilton train yet. I Americans and volunteered as a nurse in
books told the incredible story of life after know of the successful Broadway play, but the war before she met Hamilton. Even af-
her famous parents died and she and her I’m still mostly unfamiliar with it. Strike ter she got married, she worked alongside
brothers were taken to Rome as prisoners. two, I know. Bear with me. her husband to help form the new country
Though Selene never returned to Egypt to So, “My Dear Hamilton” is a really enter- and protect its freedoms. Once Hamilton
rule, she was a queen in her own right and taining read, even for this non-Hamilton died, Eliza dealt with preserving his honor
ruled as regent of Mauretania with her hus- the musical fan. Stephanie Dray co-wrote it and memory, as well as dealing with the
band, Juba II. Anyway, the “Lily of the Nile” with Laura Kamoie, but you can’t tell that
trilogy are my favorite books, and after two different voices went into the creation see READS on pg. 10 Amanda’s copy of “My Dear Hamilton” co-
written by one of her favorite authors.
WV Press Association Awards Movie Review: ‘Once Upon
The Parthenon entered into the West Virginia Press
Association awards competition this past spring. Award
a Time in Hollywood’
winners were officially announced and presented with By Dillon McCarty given to Barbara Ling (the production designer) for
certificates and plagues last weekend. The Parthenon CONTRIBUTOR her detailed efforts. Her work is immaculate. Every
editorial staff is pleased to announce winners from our Writer/director Quentin Tarantino’s latest film street corner feels like a blast from the past. There is
paper. These include: follows a collection of characters, connected to a clear sense of historical fluidity. In a world where
Hollywood. There is Rick Dalton and Cliff Booth, studios overly rely on computer generated imagery
First place for Best Sports Special Section for The two friends who have worked on many television to recreate unique visuals...Tarantino’s practicality
Parthenon Staff programs together. Dalton (DiCaprio) is an actor, is a breath of fresh air.
widely known for his iconic turn in a western tele- To coincide with the accurate production de-
First place for Photo Essay, Richard Crank, The vision show called “Bounty Law.” He lives next door signs, Adrianne Phillips’ costuming parallels the
Parthenon to Sharon Tate and Roman Polanski, hoping for a styles that were prominent during the 1960s. Every
way into stardom. Booth, a legitimate tough guy, is outfit looks legitimate, and very quickly, it becomes
Second place for Sports Photography, Richard Dalton’s stunt double. He takes the hard falls and clear that thought was put into every outfit. Over-
Crank, The Parthenon risks his body in the name of entertainment. But in all, many looks are cinematically replicated. The
1969 (the year in which the film takes place), Dal- rough outfits of the Manson family, while perfectly
Second place for Best News Feature, Amanda Larch, ton’s career has seen better days. Ironically enough, realized, conjure up feelings of dirtiness and dis-
The Parthenon Dalton and Booth will eventually cross paths with comfort. Hollywood’s glamorous attire is flashy and
the Manson family. flamboyant, pointing to the larger than life image
Third place for Sports Photography, Richard Crank, Some of the best films are made by filmmakers of classic stars within the old Hollywood system.
The Parthenon who bring their past experiences to cinematic life. The frontier attire feels like an accurate copy of
In the case of “Once Upon a Time in Hollywood,” old western television shows, like “Gunsmoke,”
Third place for Best News Feature, Amanda Larch, Tarantino has crafted an intriguing film, full of nos- “Bonanaza,” and “Wanted Dead or Alive.”
The Parthenon talgia and pop culture elements. Those who truly Unsurprisingly, Tarantino’s penchant for select-
love the realms of entertainment will thoroughly ing music is unmistakably great. When characters
enjoy this film. Tarantino’s crew has perfectly rep-
licated the look and feel of 1969. Credit must be see MOVIE on pg. 10
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MOVIE cont. from 9 of disappointment. But still, I can’t help but wonder about how much more interesting the
turn on the radio, we hear classic music, which thrusts us into an iconic year, full of character of Tate could have been if she was fully developed.
change, wonderment, and beauty. As viewers, we feel the artistic charge that was so Leonardo DiCaprio and Brad Pitt are truly spectacular in the roles of Rick Dalton and
prevalent in the 1960s. Whether it be Simon and Garfunkel, Paul Revere and the Raiders, Cliff Booth, respectively. Every great duo is defined by their differences. Differing qualities
or Neil Diamond, Tarantino’s musical selections are part of an effective motion picture make these types of relationships infinitely interesting. Together, DiCaprio and Pitt build a
soundtrack, brimming with energy and versatility. It’s the organization of a filmmaker tender relationship, which feels heavily inspired by Burt Reynolds and Hal Needham’s real
who is desperately in love with this time and place. life friendship. DiCaprio’s Dalton is tragically comical. The character’s personal regression
As a whole, Tarantino’s picture can be seen as a convincing time capsule, showcasing a is more than believable. DiCaprio’s raw emotions create a nervous figure, filled with stut-
world that once was. Robert Richardson’s top-notch cinematography gives “Once Upon a ters, sensibility, and delusion. At times, DiCaprio’s outbursts are remarkably sad. Other
Time in Hollywood” a stylish look, phenomenally suitable for nostalgic immersion. Rich- times, Dicaprio’s outbursts are comedically enjoyable. Kudos to DiCaprio for finding the
ardson’s camera skills provide the flick with a prodigious identity. In particular, there is a personalized versatility that lies within the Rick Dalton character.
brilliant crane shot, which wonderfully encapsulates the movie going experiences of yes- Pitt’s Booth has a career that warrants pain and frustration. And yet...Booth appears
teryear. Richardson is Tarantino’s go-to cinematographer, and for good reason. Together, to be completely content with his existence. In 2009, Pitt was cast as Aldo Raine in Tar-
they create exceptional films. antino’s “Inglourious Basterds.” Pitt’s performance was widely praised, and to this day,
Of course, the flick has interesting characters. Tarantino is one of the best screenwriters fans continue to mimic the character. Here, Pitt receives another great role, which will
of all time, and here, he creates a horde of compelling characters. Part of Tarantino’s cine- eventually join the ranks of Pitt classics, like “Seven,” “Fight Club,” “12 Monkeys,” and “In-
matic appeal is clever writing. Even the smallest of characters have memorable moments. glorious Basterds.” In every scene, Pitt is the epitome of cool. His easy going personality
Certain characters are barely seen, sure. But overall, Tarantino loves every character that creates many layers of comfortability. When crap hits the fan, Pitt’s reactionary makeup
he creates. In this film, there are many small roles that leave a lasting impression. constructs a ton of memorable moments, brimming with humor and cleverness. As view-
Kurt Russell plays a stuntman who has a ton of connections. Russell, an iconic per- ers, we wish that we could be this cool under fire.
former, plays an extremely serious character, but in classic fashion, he conveys underlying Like Howard Hawkes’ “Rio Bravo,” “Once Upon a Time in Hollywood” feels like a hangout
humor, largely connected to frustration. Timothy Olyphant portrays a western television movie. Often times, there isn’t much happening. We, the audience, are forced to simply hangout
star, basking in the glory of a stellar career. In the past, Olyphant become an icon of televi- with these characters. Their infectious personalities put us in the presence of warm company.
sion, due to “Deadwood” and “Justified” (two western shows). Thus, Olyphant looks very As the film progresses, Tarantino throws us into the confines of the entertainment industry.
at home with this western oriented role. The end result is a performance that makes us Like the fictional crew, we are hanging out with talented artists. Like the fictional characters,
want more out of the talented actor. we are stationed on television sets. Like the fictional performers, we are forced to endure the
Margaret Qualley plays a Manson family member. Three years ago, Qualley was a part ongoing pressure that lies within the world of entertainment. The end result is an expansive
of Shane Black’s “The Nice Guys,” a crime film set in the 1970s. Here, she has a meatier cinematic world, defined by meticulous craftsmanship and artistic love.
role that truly showcases her cinematic talents. Qualley’s seductive yet mysterious perfor- Like many Tarantino films, “Once Upon a Time in Hollywood” is too long in spots. Taran-
mance helps set the stage for a tense showdown at Spahn Ranch (Charles Manson’s former tino relishes every second of photographic visibility. Very quickly, it becomes evident that
home). As Charles Manson, Damon Herriman does what he can with a limited amount of his film is an exercise in style over substance. Most times, Tarantino is more focused on
screen time. His awkward mannerisms make us uncomfortably intrigued. Lastly, Al Pacino the 1960s setting than the actual narrative. As a result, the characters aren’t as emotion-
(a living legend) plays a Hollywood agent. Pacino’s screen time, while limited, is a rollick- ally well rounded as they could have been. Once the film reaches its climax, the suspense
ing good time. is palpable. Unfortunately, the film, as a whole, fails to consistently build up its tension.
Above all else, there is the trio (Tate, Dalton, and Booth). Many fans have been curious I highly recommend “Once Upon a Time in Hollywood.” Quite frankly, it’s one of my
about Margot Robbie’s portrayal of Sharon Tate. I am happy to report that Robbie is ter- favorite movies of this year. Since 1992, Tarantino has been a cinematic auteur, capable of
rific. Aside from looking like Tate, Robbie wonderfully recreates the politeness that Tate pinning heads to seats. He’s a unique voice within cinema, and according to him, retire-
was so well known for. Robbie’s charm and brightness is mesmerizing, and again, we are ment is near. Obviously, no one wants to see Tarantino retire in the near future. But as film
reminded of what could have been. Unfortunately, Tarantino doesn’t give Robbie much fans, we should be grateful for his existence. Tarantino, in my mind, hasn’t made a bad film.
to do. This underutilized character feels largely connected to the fact that Tate’s career He’s been a beacon of consistency. Ladies and gentlemen, go out and support this film.
was cut short. In real life, we were robbed of her career progressions. And in this fictional My Grade: A-
world, we want more. It appears that Tarantino (a cinematic genius) wants us to feel a bit Dillon McCarty can be contacted at mccarty49@marshall.edu.
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Berner also said she understands that having a relative work hated Aaron Burr. Plus, she still had children to raise
as a first responder can be stressful and hopes first respond- and her own life to live. Her good friend, the Marquis de
ers are able to bring their families to some of the events and Lafayette, is an enigmatic character who comes to life
classes offered. better than almost any historical figure I’ve read about
While some classes are already being offered, Berner said before. Lafayette has known Eliza her whole life, and
she hopes to include outings such as hiking, trips to the Hun- their stories intertwine in more ways than one. The Parthenon publishes a
tington Museum of Art and even traveling to King’s Island, to This book is equal parts heartache, inspiration, patri- Parthe-Pet each week in the pa-
have a variety of options for first responders and their families. otism and love. I love the authors’ teamwork in crafting per. Dogs, cats, exotic animals,
The committee is made up of an advisory team that receives a unified account of one of the Founding Mothers of we love them all and want to
input from lieutenants from the fire and police departments as this country. So even though this book isn’t about an feature them all.
well as both Fire Chief Jan Radar and Police Chief Hank Dial. ancient queen, such as Cleopatra or Nefertiti, it still is
With plans already drawn, Berner said she expects to about a powerful woman who ruled in her own right. Interested in featuring your pet
start construction of the wellness center before the year It’s got my seal of approval, and I think it’s time for me in the paper? Use #ParthePet on
ends and hopes to have the center fully functioning before to delve a little deeper into the Hamilton musical. social media or contact larch15@
the end of 2020. Amanda Larch can be contacted at larch15@ marshall.edu with photos and a
Sarah Ingram can be contacted at ingram51@mar- marshall.edu. short bio.
shall.edu.
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Dress for Success provides opportunities to community, students
“
to help out.
By MICHAELA CRITTENDEN “Volunteers are needed for everything from assisting
LIFE! EDITOR with clients, to hosting a clothing drive, to helping to sort
Many organizations exist to help people get back donations,” Hudson said. “Volunteer applications can be
on their feet when they may need assistance, and one
of these is Dress for Success River Cities, which helps
We provide obtained by contacting us at 304-522-3011 or by email:
rivercities@dressforsuccess.org.”
women who need to secure clothing for job interviews. each client with Hudson said she wants others to know that small ac-
tions can go a long way toward helping someone who
professional attire to
“Dress for Success River Cities is the only West Virginia af-
filiate of Dress for Success, a global organization dedicated needs a boost.
secure employment,
to empowering women to achieve economic independence “Collectively, we can do a lot if we all do a little,”
by providing a network of support, professional attire and Hudson said. “By donating clothing, shoes or accessories
the development tools to help women thrive in work and in
life,” Jessica Hudson, executive director, said.
but we are about or volunteering, you can have a huge impact on the life
of someone else.”
Dress for Success River Cities was founded in 2006 much more than Hudson said she believes they are giving women the
simply a new outfit.”
by Sherri Smith, former Marshall University profes- means to obtain a job and work toward being self-sufficient.
sor and current associate vice president for academic “Dress for Success is not providing a handout, but a hand
up. We all need assistance at some point in our lives, and
--Jessica Hudson
affairs and dean of undergraduate studies. It began
serving women in July 2007. what we do helps women to help themselves,” Hudson said.
“We provide each client with professional attire to secure Hudson said it is important to note that Dress for Success
employment, but we are about much more than simply a works by referral only. The organization is partnered with
knowledge that she can actively define her life, the direc-
new outfit,” Hudson said. “Besides physically equipping Marshall and can be contacted through Career Services.
tion she takes and what success means to her.”
the client with apparel and accessories, our programs fur- Michaela Crittenden can be contacted at critten-
Hudson said they are always looking for volunteers
nish her with a confidence that she carries forever and the den2@marshall.edu.
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Marshall Artists Series 2019-2020 Schedule
"Beautiful: The Carole King Musical"
7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 9, at the Keith-Albee Performing Arts Center
“The Ultimate Queen Celebration” with Marc Martel
Tuesday, Oct. 22, 7:30 p.m. at the Keith-Albee Performing Arts Center
Johnny Bench
8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 24, at the Keith-Albee Performing Arts Center
Sarah Vowell
7:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 9, at the Joan C. Edwards Performing Arts Center
"Cirque Musica presents Holiday Wishes" with orchestra
7:30 p.m. Monday, Dec. 9, at the Keith-Albee Performing Arts Center
"The Simon & Garfunkel Story"
7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 5, at the Keith-Albee Performing Arts Center
"Madame Butterfly"
7:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 7, at the Keith-Albee Performing Arts Center
"Finding Neverland"
7:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 20, at the Keith-Albee Performing Arts Center
America with A.J. Croce
7:30 p.m. Thursday, March 12, at the Keith-Albee Performing Arts Center
"Waitress"
8 p.m. Monday, April 27, at the Keith-Albee Performing Arts Center
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